When completely dry, finished pieces are durable but not waterproof. Knead Mexican Pottery ClayTM to increase plasticity before modeling. Keep unused clay in a plastic bag or wrapped in damp cloth to prevent drying out. When completely dry, finished pieces are durable but not waterproof. Knead Mexican Pottery ClayTM to increase plasticity before modeling. Keep unused clay in a plastic bag or wrapped in damp cloth to prevent drying out. It will shrink during drying, so it is best to hollow out bulky sculptures or wrap a slab of clay around a loose crumpled paper armature before modeling. Allow the finished piece to dry slowly and evenly on all sides at room temperature and away from heat until hard. When piece is completely dry, decorate with AMACO® Rub 'n Buff®, school paints, temperas, acrylics or liquid crayons.Allow the finished piece to dry slowly and evenly on all sides at room temperature and away from heat until hard. When piece is completely dry, decorate with AMACO® Rub 'n Buff®, school paints, temperas, acrylics or liquid crayons. After decorating, it is a good idea to coat with shellac or varnish to seal it and make it water resistant.

We purchased Mexican Pottery Clay because we needed an air drying clay that would dry within 24 hours so it could be painted the next day. We were advised to keep the pieces on the thin side, like bowls and plates and they successfully dried in 24 hours. Our students of all ages (3 to 12) love this clay.